Devotion Booklets for Seasons of the Church Year Advent 2019 - God With Us | Page 7

Sunday, December 8
Reading: Isaiah 14 (
5 minutes)
Short Reading: Isaiah 14:1-8 (
1 minute)
Continue to take note of the nation / people mentioned in these prophecies of judgment, what sins or
consequences of sin God mentions, and then what we learn about our God in each section.
This section gives consolation to God’s people by highlighting the downfall of their enemies. The taunt
of once great Babylon is a striking way to express the accomplished rescue of God’s people. What
other “taunts” against defeated enemies can you think of in Scripture? (e.g. I Cor. 15:55)
Monday, December 9
Reading: Isaiah 15-16 (
5 minutes)
Short Reading: Isaiah 16:1-5 (
<1 minute)
Continue to take note of the nation / people mentioned in these prophecies of judgment, what sins or
consequences of sin God mentions, and then what we learn about our God in each section.
Remember that these words were given for the benefit of all God’s people. They assure us that all
who oppose and afflict his people will be judged. He is in control of all things and all events in this
world serve God’s purpose. Why do believers need to be reminded of this?
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